Hortense le Gentil
| Hourly rate range | $100 to $175 an hour |
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| Based in | Paris, France |
Hortense le Gentil is an executive coach in Paris, France. She helps leaders lead with empathy, authenticity and humanity. The book shows leaders how to spot the mental traps that hold them back. Her work follows three steps: Mindtraps, Mindshift and Mindbuild. She has appeared at The New York Public Library.
What Hortense helps with
Hortense works with leaders who want to spot the mental obstacles that limit them and lead in a more human way.
- Identifying mental traps that hold leaders back
- Leading with empathy
- Building authenticity as a leader
- Facing fears that limit leadership impact
- Connecting better with yourself and others
- Being the kind of leader a team needs
How Hortense works
Hortense teaches a three-part method from her book. Mindtraps helps leaders find the mental obstacles that drain their energy and impact. Mindshift shows how to face fears and escape those traps. Mindbuild gives practical strategies to connect better with yourself and with others.
Background and qualifications
The book has a French edition called Le Leader Libéré. It has received praise from leaders such as Bill George, Hubert Joly, Corie Barry and Dr. Marshall Goldsmith. She has spoken at The New York Public Library. She is based in Paris, France.
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The CoachVouch take
Best for leaders who want to overcome limiting beliefs and lead with more empathy and authenticity.
Common questions
How much does Hortense le Gentil charge?
Coaching with Hortense runs $100 to $175 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Hortense le Gentil help with?
Hortense le Gentil helps with identifying mental traps that hold leaders back, leading with empathy, building authenticity as a leader and facing fears that limit leadership impact.
Is Hortense le Gentil's book available in French?
Yes.
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